Landmark Group - Retail Analyst

The Retail Analyst will play a crucial role in gathering and analyzing data, developing insights, and providing recommendations for improvement. This position requires a detail-oriented and strategic individual with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced retail environment.

Data Analysis:

- Collect, organize, and analyse sales data from various sources to identify patterns, trends, key performance indicators, and areas of improvement.

- Use data-driven insights to support decision-making processes.

Process Mapping:

- Collaborate with business stakeholders to map and document existing business processes.

- Identify areas for process optimization and improvement.

Requirements Gathering:

- Work closely with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for new initiatives or process improvements.

- Ensure that requirements are aligned with business objectives.

Performance Metrics:

- Develop and maintain performance metrics and dashboards to monitor key business indicators.

- Track and report on the effectiveness of implemented improvements.

- Develop and present reports, highlighting key findings and recommendations.

Root Cause Analysis:

- Conduct root cause analysis of business challenges or inefficiencies.

- Propose solutions and process enhancements to address identified issues.

Continuous Improvement:

- Actively contribute to the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

- Identify and champion opportunities for operational excellence.

- Stay abreast of industry developments and competitor activities.

Collaboration:

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Marketing, Finance, and IT, to understand their business needs and challenges.

- Facilitate communication and alignment between departments.

Documentation:

- Create and maintain documentation related to business processes, requirements, and improvement initiatives.

- Ensure that documentation is accessible and up-to-date.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field.

- Preferred MBA

- Proven experience as a Business/ Retail Analyst, preferably in the retail or fashion industry.

- Experience with Data analysis tools in a retail environment.

- Knowledge of industry-specific trends, consumer behaviour and best practices.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

- Strong analytical thinker, adept at interpreting complex data for strategic decision-making.

- Meticulously detail-oriented, ensuring precision in process analysis and documentation.

- Proactive problem solver, consistently proposing innovative solutions to challenges.

- Clear and concise communicator, skilled at conveying complex information to diverse stakeholders.

- Adaptable team player, quick to adjust to changes in the dynamic fashion retail industry.